State Ex Rel. Health & Social Services Department v. Natural Father

OPINION

WOOD, Chief Judge.

The children’s court ruled that the three children were neglected; legal and physical custody of the children was awarded to the Department of Human Services. The parents appeal. There are (1) three constitutional issues, (2) one issue of statutory interpretation, and (3) two evidentiary issues. Constitutional Issues(a) Title of the Children’s Code

The Children’s Code defines a “neglected child” and provides for disposition of the neglected child. Sections 32-l-3(L) and 32-l-34(A), N.M.S.A.1978. It is not claimed that transfer of legal and physical custody is…